VIDEO: Alex Poatan and Ciryl Gane exchange compliments and have a respectful face-off at the UFC White House press conference.

Gane and Poatan face off respectfully at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Stars of the world's largest MMA organization, Alex Poatán e Cyryl Gane are adversaries in UFC White House, but not enemies. Far from it, the athletes, who measure strength in the co-main event of the anticipated event, which takes place this Sunday (14), in Washington (USA), valid for the interim heavyweight belt (up to 120 kg), showed fair play in the press conference held this Friday (12).

When asked about the Frenchman, the former UFC middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion made a point of praising him, approving of his respectful attitude. Indeed, Poatan had previously suffered from 'trash talk' from... Jamahal hill, Khamzat Shimaev, Magomed Ankalayev and has been attacked by Josh Hokit, he only heard praise for 'Bon Gamin'.

Furthermore, the former interim heavyweight champion once again spoke highly of the Brazilian, both personally and professionally, and didn't seem bothered by the hostile reaction from the fans, who constantly booed him. Therefore, since the opponents exchanged friendly words constantly before the fight, the face-off to promote it had a lighthearted atmosphere. But make no mistake, because despite the respect between Gane and Poatan, the fight is likely to end in a knockout.

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“For sure, we can see that he’s an athlete, a very serious opponent, and a guy who commands respect. He’s not like other people who are always talking when they’re going to fight me. I’m ready for this, and on Sunday I’m going to show everything I’ve been learning, my evolution,” said the UFC star.

“Yes, that’s cool. Alex is a great athlete, a great champion. I think he’s also a nice guy. He’s a good person. So, I understand the boos and I’m very happy to fight against this kind of guy,” declared the former interim UFC champion.

Face-off between Poatan and Gane

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UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, Ilia Topuria defends the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg) against Justin gaethje, owner of the interim title.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be heavily represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. The former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion is seeking the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against... Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. The pair faces Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

UFC White House fight schedule

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Mauricio Ruffy x Michael chandler

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): BoNickal x Kyle Daukaus

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg): Diego lopes x Steve Garcia